petty
US /ˈpet̬.i/
UK /ˈpet̬.i/
1.
琐碎的, 不重要的
of little importance; trivial
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Don't bother me with your petty complaints.
别用你那些琐碎的抱怨来烦我。
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The argument was over a petty sum of money.
争论是为了一点点钱。
2.
小气的, 心胸狭窄的
of a person or their behavior) characterized by an undue concern with trivial matters, especially in a malicious or spiteful way
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He's so petty, always complaining about minor things.
他真是太小气了，老是抱怨些小事。
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Her petty jealousy ruined the evening.
她小气的嫉妒心毁了整个晚上。